An Insight into the Vaccine Gender Gap in India

The Covid-19 pandemic in India was a surprise for us all to say the least. The pandemic overturned the world in 2020 and everything began to change. However, the one thing that has been shamelessly constant is the blatant divide between the men and women. Our country is too accustomed to it.  One imagined that the multiple lockdowns might lead …

Birth-Control in India: A Patriarchal Story!

Introduction Birth control as we know it is a method, medicine or tool to prevent pregnancy. Different procedures to practice birth control are available for all genders. In India however, women carry the burden. A study found that only 2.3% of men practice birth control against their counterparts at 97.7%. Women are more than often told that sex and its consequence are their responsibility. …

The pandemic and its impact on the education of girls

Educating girls

Introduction: Girls from rural areas and their education Education is a basic human right. There is no argument about that. Regardless of your gender, race, and social class, you are entitled to basic education. In fact, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights cites it as one of its basic 30 human rights. However, despite its necessity, not everyone is able …

I Dissent: RBG’s Fight for Women’s Rights

After surviving multiple bouts of cancer and surgeries, while surrounded by her family, an 87-year old woman passed away. This is sad news but why is it newsworthy? Well, the woman in question was Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, aka Notorious RBG. Picture a young woman; for argument’s sake, let’s call her Kavita:  Kavita …